2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1974 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Spider | Chante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |
